Author: News Desk

Trump ratchets up Canada trade war with 50% aluminium and steel tariffs The FT leads with the back-and-forth of Trump’s tariffs and the impact on the stock market. The paper reports on the US president’s plan of targeting its northern neighbour with more tariffs – which would include a 50% tariff on aluminium and steel. The Trump administration has since rolled back on plans. 

Four more arrests in fatal shooting probe Western Mail reports that four more people have been arrested following the fatal shooting of a woman in Talbot Green, police have confirmed. Joanne Penney, 40, died after being shot in the chest at an address in the Llys Illtyd area of the town on Sunday. It is believed she may have been the victim of mistaken identity. The front page has a picture of Dafydd Jenkins, who has urged his team to prevent England from winning the Six Nations title in Cardiff this Saturday, insisting Wales are close to ending their painful 16-game losing streak.

Devastating cuts as one in five staff axed at university The Scotsman reports on Dundee University’s decision to axe 632 jobs – which has been branded “devastating” as the institution’s interim principal admitted inadequate financial controls and “poor investment decisions” had contributed to the cuts. Zara Tindall is pictured on the front on day one of Cheltenham Festival.

US says ball in Russia’s court as Ukraine agrees 30-day ceasefire The Guardian’s front page highlights that the ball is in Russia’s court, according to the US, and that they now decide if the 30-day ceasefire will go ahead.  Elsewhere, John Hunt’s tribute to his daughter Lousie – who had dated killer Kyle Clifford – saying he hopes her bravery is treated “as a shining beacon” for other women wanting to leave certain relationships.  Man Utd’s plans for a £2bn 100,000 seat stadium is pictured on the front splash.

I am so proud of all my girls “I am so proud of all my girls” says BBC racing commentator John Hunt as killer and rapist Kyle Clifford is sentenced to three life terms. The Daily Express quotes Mr Hunt as saying the screams of hell await the cowardly killer. Clifford’s sentence means he will never be released from jail.

US Peace Plan for Ukraine Russian President Vladimir Putin faces mounting pressure to end the war in Ukraine as a US peace proposal gains traction. The plan received unexpected backing from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky just days after a public disagreement with former President Donald Trump. This marks a significant shift, with the US now urging Russia to engage in negotiations, setting the stage for potential ceasefire talks. Ukrainian Ceasefire Offer The Ukrainian government has indicated a willingness to accept a ceasefire if Russia agrees, as reported by The Times. Trump’s administration now expects a response from Russia, emphasizing Washington’s…

Ukraine agrees ceasefire deal The front page of the Daily Mail reports on Ukraine agreeing to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as the US president says he’ll talk Putin into accepting the deal as it ‘takes two to tango.’ The paper also reports on the life sentenced handed to triple killer and rapist Kyle Clifford. The headline quotes the victim impact statement from the husband and father of the three victims, John Hunt.

Wes aide flashed girl, 13 The Sun newspaper leads on a standalone story reporting that a former aide of the current Health Secretary Wes Streeting was arrested for flashing a 13-year-old girl. The senior aide had also followed the child home. Sam Gould, who represents Hainault ward on Redbridge Council, pleaded guilty to two counts of indecent exposure over February and March in east London on Monday.

Ukraine has said it is ready to accept an immediate 30-day ceasefire offer to Russia proposed by the US, after a day of US-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he would present the offer to Russia and that “the ball is in their court” – Moscow is yet to publicly comment on the issue. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was now up to the US to convince Russia to agree to the “positive” proposal. US Restarts Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine The United States has resumed intelligence sharing and security assistance to Ukraine following…

Two stories dominate Wednesday’s front pages: the latest from Ukraine and the sentencing of Kyle Clifford.

Many of the tabloids choose to focus on Clifford, who was handed three life sentences with whole orders for the murder of his ex-partner, her sister and her mother. He was also found guilty of raping his ex-partner. The sentence means he’ll never be released from prison. The women were the wives and daughters of BBC horse racing commentator John Hunt, whose victim impact statement is quoted in many headlines this morning.

Manchester United’s new £2bn stadium is discussed on the front and back pages, as is Liverpool’s exit from the Champions League.

On the international front, a Ukraine- Russia ceasefire is on the table, awaiting Russia’s agreement, after peace talks involving the US in Saudi Arabia.

Trump’s ongoing tariff war with Canada also makes the front pages after he announced a 50% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminium. Trump’s announcements, which he’s since backtracked on, saw metal prices rise and the stock markets fall.